The Government of Pakistan is preparing to launch a modern digital verification system that will require pensioners to confirm their “Proof of Life” status through a NADRA-linked mobile application in order to continue receiving pension payments.
The initiative is part of a broader effort to digitize public services, improve transparency, and reduce delays in pension verification procedures for both federal and provincial pensioners across the country.
According to reports, the State Bank of Pakistan has been directed to issue strict instructions to commercial banks for integration with NADRA’s digital systems. The move is expected to create a centralized and more efficient mechanism for verifying pension beneficiaries.
Under the proposed system, pensioners will use the Pak ID app to digitally update their proof of life status. Banks, on the other hand, will verify and access the relevant information through NADRA’s e-Sahulat system.
Officials believe the new digital framework will help simplify the verification process for pensioners by reducing the need for repeated physical visits to banks and government offices. The initiative is also expected to minimize fraud, eliminate duplicate records, and ensure timely pension disbursement.
The reform reflects the government’s increasing focus on digital governance and the use of technology to improve public sector services. By integrating banking institutions with NADRA’s verification systems, authorities aim to create a secure and transparent process that can efficiently handle pension-related authentication nationwide.
Experts say the new system could particularly benefit elderly pensioners living in remote areas by allowing them to complete verification procedures through mobile applications instead of traveling long distances.
The introduction of app-based proof of life verification is part of Pakistan’s ongoing digital transformation strategy, which includes expanding online identity verification services and improving access to government facilities through technology-driven solutions.
While implementation timelines have not yet been officially announced, preparations for integration between banks and NADRA systems are reportedly underway. Pensioners are expected to receive further guidance once the system becomes operational.
